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THE CITY OF ILLUSTRIOUS HAVELIS
Renowned for the grand Kothar Haveli and Kanhaiya Haveli, with marvellous
life size paintings of Dhola Maru, Sassi Punu etc., Churu is located in
Rajasthan state, in northwestern India. Founded in 1620 AD by Churu, a
chieftain of the Jats (an agricultural people of northern India), the town
has a hospital and a college affiliated with the University of Rajasthan.
Churu district (16,829 sq. km) comprises a semi-arid sandy plain, watered
only by the Katli River in the northeast. The rolling sand hills of the
district's southwest portion form part of the Bagar tract, where the
breeding of sheep, cattle, and camels is extensive. Bajra (pearl millet),
gram, and pulses are the chief crops; gypsum deposits are worked.
TEMPLES
Salasar Balaji: A famous temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman is
located here. Salasar is in district Churu. Situated at
Jaipur -Bikaner
Highway, it is one of the well-known pilgrimages of India. It is said that
Lord Balaji fulfills all desires of devotees. Lakhs of devotees visit this
temple every year.
FORTS AND PALACES
Ratangarh: The mammoth fort, built in 1820 AD by the Raja of
Bikaner- Ratan Singh, is situated on the Agra-Bikaner Highway. The market
place is in the shape of a cross suggesting that the city was planned
before construction. An array of stately havelis can be seen around the
clock tower at the main crossing.
Surana Haveli: The six-storeyed, enormous building has artistic
windows and elegant doors that are more than 1,100 in number.
CITIES
Pilani: Also known as the 'home of the Birlas', the BITS campus is
worth a visit. Churu is also famous for the Kothar Haveli (1915 AD) and
Kanhaiya Lal Bagla Haveli (1870).
CITIES
Sardar Shahar (46-km): This enchanting desert town has exquisitely
beautiful havelis adorned with colourful wall paintings and carved
woodwork.
Dudhwa Khara (36-km): A sprawling historical village lying in the
Thar Desert. Besides enchanting topography, the village has huge,
exquisitely designed havelis. One can enjoy the rural life and camel
safaris in the village.
LAKES
Tal Chhapar (100-km): This small lake is abode of the endangered
species, black bucks and some migratory birds.
Road: The towns of Sikar
and Jhunjhunu, headquarters of their
respective districts are connected by road with Jaipur, Delhi and Bikaner.
Churu is 52-km from Jhunjhunu.
Rail: Sikar and Jhunjhunu are connected by rail with Jaipur,
Bikaner and Delhi. There is no direct rail connection with Churu.
Local transport: Jeeps, unmetered taxis, auto-rickshaws,
cycle-rickshaws and tongas are available for commuting within the city.
RSRT buses ply between various towns and villages in the region.
Nawalgarh: Roop Niwas, Tourist Mansion. Jhunjhunu: Hotel Shiv Shekhawati, Jamuna Resort. Fatehpur: RTDC Hotel Haveli, In addition, a number of dharamshalas and lodges throughout Shekhawati region offer accommodation on reasonable tariff.
There are many local shops selling regional handicrafts, tie and dye fabrics and furniture. There is a thriving industry in antique-looking souvenirs. The town is a local market for wool, millet, gram (chick-pea), cattle, and salt and has cottage industries that include handloom weaving, pottery and leather manufacture.
Jhujhunu: 52-km
| Climate: | Mean Max. | Mean Min. |
| Summer: | 40.5 C | 26.8 C |
| Winter: | 30.0 C | 10.0 C |
| Rainfall: | 45-60 cms. | |
| Area: | 16,829 sq. km | |
| Clothing | Summer | Winter |
| light tropical. | light woollen. |